We are now recruiting a Purchasing Manager for one of our Procurement teams in Portugal.
Responsibilities - your mission :
Business Operations Management
- Lead the Purchasing Team as a Purchasing Manager by fostering motivation and well-being, addressing challenges, communicating the GBS management strategy, and inspiring personal and professional development
- Validate recommendations and lead implementation on Purchasing and Procurement policies and procedures
- Analysing and resolving escalated back office issues related to Purchasing applications
- Support and define strategic planning for both immediate and future needs, in line with overall GBS Strategy
- Validate and lead update department standard operating procedures
- Escalation level for highly confidential and / or highly sensitive process related issues
- Reporting :
- Present KPI's to customer and stakeholders to display process performance
- Propose mitigation actions with GBS Customer and other stakeholders
- Perform benchmarks with similar companies as Airbus in all countries
- Lead process projects
- Translate the Airbus strategy into meaningful objectives within your area of responsibility
- Contribute to increasing Airbus profitability by securing the business in the short, mid, and long term
Supplier Management and Monitoring
Lead the monitoring of stakeholders and implement actions to improve performanceDevelop SLA lead actions with stakeholders to ensure their performance and customer satisfactionLead review meetings with customers / suppliersServe as the front line of communication with external stakeholders, presenting performance updates and aligning pricesCustomer Service and Relationship
Build and sustain strong relationships with GBS “customers”Promote adherence to business rules in accordance with Airbus processes and policiesProject management
Develop guidance on Purchasing and procurement methodology and seek improvements and new technologiesIdentify best-in-class system solutions and analyse with internal Support Functions (ex. IT) its implementationLead and foster implementation of compliance, segregation of duties, and internal controls rulesEnsure compliance with Finance, Purchasing, and Supply Chain policies and proceduresSupport Management and other related departments in special projects, such as S2P (Source to Pay)Develop Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to minimise the impact of attrition and ensure smooth operationsLead the transfer of activitiesContinuous Improvement and Projects / Tools
Implement a Continuous Improvement Plan to track performance and identify areas for improvement within the Division but also across Divisions with the other Managers at GBSEncourage innovation and eliminate non-value-adding activities to drive continuous improvementDevelop process re-engineering initiatives to streamline end-to-end processes.Identify performance issues and implement corrective measures in a timely mannerRequirements - our ideal candidate will have :
Procurement / Purchasing background with a minimum of 7 years' professional experience in a commercial or industrial environment with tight deadlinesManagement Position and Leadership experience for at least 2 yearsDemonstrated leadership in resolving or escalating issues, team building, training, and team supportExcellent communication skillsDemonstrated ability to organise and coordinate multiple tasks and communicate effectively with all levels of the organisationPromotes a "speak-up" cultureInterpersonal and analytical skillsDigital MindsetProven ability to work in a team and independentlyRigorous and analytical with ability to follow and apply strict processes and internal controlsFluent in English with the ability to interact with native speakersGerman, French and / or Spanish are a plusProcurement / Purchasing strong expertiseNice to have : Coupa expertise, experience in dealing with external stakeholders, and presenting performanceBenefits - what’s in it for you :
Diverse career opportunities within Airbus European core countries or in other regions around the worldA hybrid working model, allowing you to combine onsite and offsite workA motivated and fun crew to grow and build and shape the GBS togetherAn intense and exciting onboarding experienceThis job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth.
Company : Airbus Portugal SA
Employment Type : Permanent
Experience Level : Professional
Job Family : Leadership
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